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The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

3.5 star property
Live music sets the tone at this vibrant hotel near Stanford, where evening entertainment and a prime location create the perfect backdrop for a memorable stay

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The Nest Hotel Palo Alto, near Stanford University, offers a lively atmosphere with free continental breakfast and manager's reception. Guests enjoy concerts, relax by the terrace firepit, use luggage storage, and praise the helpful staff and outdoor furniture.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(122 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Queen Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Premium King

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Ventura, a neighborhood in Palo Alto, The Nest Hotel Palo Alto is near a metro station. Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall and Santana Row Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Silicon Valley and San Francisco Bay. Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Palo Alto travel guide
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3901 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

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    Stanford University
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Beautiful snowy Mount Baldy with some building below, view from Rancho Cucamonga; Shutterstock ID 567807184
    San Antonio Shopping Center
    4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • The Labyrinth At Grace
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Nikola Tesla Statue
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Mitchell Park Dog Park
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • California Ave Station
    3 min drive
  • Whisman Station
    9 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    19 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Hong Kong Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Holy Sushi
    13 min walk
  • State of Mind Slice House
    3 min walk

About this property

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

Hotel near Stanford University
Located close to Shoreline Amphitheatre and Stanford Shopping Center, The Nest Hotel Palo Alto provides a free breakfast buffet, a free manager's reception, and concerts and live shows. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a firepit.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and evening entertainment
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 54 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Stanford/Silicon Valley
Quality Inn Stanford/Silicon Valley Palo Alto
Quality Stanford/Silicon Valley
Nest Palo Alto Hotel
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Quality Inn Stanford / Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto
Quality Inn Palo Alto
Palo Alto Quality Inn
The Nest Palo Alto
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Nest Hotel Palo Alto pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per night.

What time is check-in at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Nest Hotel Palo Alto located?

Located in Ventura, this hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Stanford University and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Stanford Shopping Center. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Moffett Federal Airfield are also within 6 mi (10 km). California Ave Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 635 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location , excellent costumer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Nice outdoor sitting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little hotel, very nice rooms, friendly, helpful staff. Breakfast is good, not great, but there are a ton of places to eat around it, but definitely good for a morning pick-me-up. Pretty quiet for being right off a major throughfare, just jet traffic noise from SJO, but that's common. I would defintiely stay again next time I am in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time staying at the Nest Hotel. I was greeted promptly as I entered the lobby by a friendly receptionist. The check-in process was swift and I was given an upgrade on my room without asking. The room was very clean and modern. The shower was spacious and their choice of shampoo/conditioner smelled amazing. There was ample parking and the continental breakfast included breakfast potatoes, eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, bagels and fresh fruit. However, if you prefer Starbucks, there is a brick and mortar within a short walking distance. I would highly recommend this hotel. And I will look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and safe.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was close enough to Stanford. The buffet breakfast was filling. The remodel looks like it was done in haste, but the property was clean. No fridge, but they let you keep your food in their kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modern,clean facility.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Seana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was a highlight. The room was nothing fancy but it was clean and comfortable. I wish the lighting in the parking area was better since room entry is from outside. Overall a good night’s rest for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Staff & service
I felt safe and my room was done every day, and for the most part the place was quiet. It’s nicely situated, about a 10-min drive from Stanford, and 25 mins from San Jose airport. The gym could use some love, but then again, so could the whole place. All in all, it’s a solid place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nivete

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, quiet and clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room. Great shower. Friendly staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, courteous staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfull pleace, great Staff and room always is clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Clean, comfortable, easy parking, bar on site. Not a destination hotel, but a great place to stay on work trips. Note you'll need a rental car or lots of money for
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Naimish

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was not clean, had insufficient lighting, and bedding was obviously not clean. However, the reception staff are accommodating, professional, and are doing their best.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerrilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
easy check in and check out process. Quiet, spacious and immaculate room. Will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money and some cool retro breakfast spots nearby (Happy Donuts). Really great staff too, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanie

Front desk staff was very pleasant and enjoyed my husbands humor. Our room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this was a great place to stay - cannot complain about anything - managment was excellent. Clean, quiet, close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nereyda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service. Courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was lovely, the room was clean and comfortable, complimentary breakfast, snacks, tea and coffee was great and the patio seating beautiful. I will 100% recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Diverse drink options and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025